'Making Choices' Careers event
'Making Choices' Careers event
Messages from the exhibitors at the 'Making Choices' Careers event
Sasmitta Kaur from KIO/Atkins - "Warm welcome, friendly staff. Appreciated the sixth form students checking in and asking for refreshments."
Deveshwar Virk (ex GNSA Student) from Dyer & Butler - "It was a pleasure coming back to school. Thank you to the sixth formers for the amazing hospitality."
James Casey from Royal Holloway, Uni of London - "Lovely welcoming environment with lots of warmth. Students are very engaged with their questions and want to know more."
Harneet from St Mary's University - "Really nice experience. Friendly staff and students. Felt really welcomed. Students are really keen to know things which are really good and move me. Pleased that I am able to help. Overall, I believe it's a great school with loads of potential. Glad to be part of the event."
"80.75% of students say their parents help them to make key career decisions"
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'Get into Law' work experience!
Hello,
We hope that you are well!
Are you interested in a dynamic and thrilling career in the legal industry? Would you like to gain invaluable experience, insights, and build connections that will set you apart from other students pursuing a career in law? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you during the Easter holiday!
Young Professionals are thrilled to be hosting a full day of work experience for students looking to learn more about the legal industry and pursue a career in law! This event will be taking place virtually (live on Zoom) on Tuesday 4th April between 10am-4pm and you will be joined by some of the biggest global law firms, such as Freeths, Charles Russells Speechly’s, Fragomen, and the University of Law!
With offices all over the country (and globally!) between the firms they range from international corporate immigration law specialists, leading education providers, to multidisciplinary business law specialists, so you are bound to find out about your dream sector of law (or ‘seat’) during this work experience!
Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of exciting workshops as well as hearing all about the fantastic apprenticeship programmes and alternative routes into a career that are available with these huge firms!This is an exciting chance to interact with some of the most successful and respected employers in the law sector, who will be able to share their knowledge, experience and expertise with you.
In addition to learning more about the industry, attending this work experience will also provide you with a rare and unique experience to add to your CV! You will gain a better understanding of the skills and attributes required for a career in law, as well as a certificate of attendance and the opportunity to make valuable connections with professionals in the field.
Don't miss out on this brilliant opportunity and sign up now to secure your place!
Application link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GTZXCBC
We look forward to seeing you then and helping you take the first steps towards a fulfilling career in law!
Please feel free to share this opportunity with any friends who may also be interested.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Kind regards,
Bella / Young Professionals
Education Options:
There are a variety of educational routes available to pupils when they leave Dr Challoner's High School School. Click each button below to find out more:
- Apprenticeships:
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
- Further Education:
Further education courses and funding: Find a course - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
- Local 6th Forms:
Unifrog
All parents are able to access unifrog, under the student account, using the instructions on the left. Unifrog is a platform used by students from year 7 to 13. This platform helps students with the whole progression process - from exploring their interests, to recording the great things they've done, to finding education and training opportunities, to drafting their applications.
Please take the time to explore uniforg and to sit with your child to support them to explore all the different career options and routes.
Apprenticeships